MS, Osteoporosis and Osteopenia

Osteoporosis is when your bones become weak and can break. It's more common with your spine, hips and wrist. Osteopenia is when you lose bone density and if not treated, can bring on Osteoporosis. The proper term for people with Multiple Sclerosis is Osteopenia MS. For people with MS, if you're prone to getting Osteoporosis, you would get it earlier than one who doesn't have MS. It's suggested that you get screened for the condition soon after the age of forty years. If fractures occur in one with MS, it's harder for them to recover. They may not get full functionality back and may end up in a wheelchair. It's said that approx. 35% of those with MS has less than normal bone density. Some suggested treatments for Osteopenia MS are Evista and Protelos. A natural treatment recommended is called Advacal. It's also said that skinny people are more likely to get Osteopenia MS, so it won't hurt to have a little meat on those bones!